Richardsons Bay Maritime Association
Sail across the finish line aboard the Matthew Turner on a Donor appreciation sail
We’re on the last leg of fundraising to restore the the Charles Van Damme Ferry paddle wheel for public display in Waldo Point public park.
A donation of $500 or more will get you on board and help us close the gap.
Your name will be featured on the actual public display in addition to the sail for donation of $2,500 or more.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE SAIL.
As a thank you for getting onboard, we'd like to take you on a 4hr sail on a traditional wooden tall ship, brigantine the ‘Matthew Turner’
Sail: Saturday September 21st 2024, leaving 2.00pm returning 5.00pm
There will be Hors-d'Oeuvres provided by the Barrel House and complimentary wine served by Deerfield Ranch Winery & Wine Spies accompanied by some hearty sea chanties performed by the Marin Mens Choir.
We will have a bon voyage party on the dock from 1.00pm - 2.00pm for those not going on the sail.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Matthew Turner is docked at the US Army Corps of Engineers Bay Model Visitor Center at 2100 Bridgeway in Sausalito. Access to the Bay Model parking lot is via Marinship Way. Groups with many cars are required to park in the West lot, along Marinship Way, see attached map, unless the sail is outside of Bay Model hours, Monday-Saturday 9 am-4 pm. Parking may be limited in the Bay Model parking lot due to Sea Trek Kayaking and the Bay Model being very busy in the mornings and early afternoons. Spillover parking is available on Bridgeway (non metered all day spots).
Check in
Please wait at the gate to the pier in front of the Bay Model. There will be an escort to walk you past the gate, down the pier to the ship.
Restrooms
We recommend using shore facilities at the Bay Model as a priority prior to sailing. Matthew Turner has a public restroom on board, available for use one at a time.
What to Bring
Dress in layers: a windbreaker, warm base layer, gloves, hat, scarf, sunglasses, and comfortable shoes. No high heels are permitted to minimize risk for injury.
Weather
We sail in most weather, including cold, wind, fog, and light showers. On occasion, we will need to reschedule a sail due to extreme wind or rain. You will be notified within 24 hours of the scheduled sail and we will work with you to reschedule or refund your order.
Mandatory waiver - please click to complete prior to sail.
Click to visit our website to learn more about the RBMA and the Charles Van Damme Ferry Project .
Winning Crew
$500
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First Mate
$1,000
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Captain
$2,500
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Admiral
$5,000
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